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Konda Surekha Withdraws Divorce Remarks
Konda Surekha Withdraws Remarks on Samantha-Naga Chaitanya Divorce
Telangana Minister for Forests and Environment, Konda Surekha, found herself at the center of controversy after making remarks about the Samantha-Naga Chaitanya divorce. Her comments, which seemed to imply a connection between Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K.T. Rama Rao and the celebrity couple’s separation, triggered a wave of criticism. The issue escalated when several prominent figures, including Samantha Ruth Prabhu, responded publicly.
Samantha’s Strong Response to Konda Surekha
Samantha Ruth Prabhu, known for her grace and strength, did not remain silent. She issued a statement urging Konda Surekha to refrain from dragging her personal life into political discourse. Samantha emphasized that her divorce from Naga Chaitanya was a private matter, mutually agreed upon, and amicable.
In her heartfelt message on social media, Samantha said, “It takes a lot of courage and strength. Konda Surekha Garu, I am proud of what this journey turned me into – please don’t trivialize it. I hope you realize that your words carry significant weight as a minister. I implore you to be responsible and respectful of individuals’ privacy.” She further clarified that her divorce had no political conspiracy and should not be used as a tool in political fights.
Minister Konda Surekha’s Retraction
Amid the backlash, Konda Surekha withdrew her remarks, taking to social media platform ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) to offer an unconditional apology to Samantha Ruth Prabhu and her fans. Surekha expressed that her intention was not to offend Samantha but to challenge a political figure’s stance on women. She praised Samantha for her resilience and success, stating that she admired how the actress had built her career through sheer determination.
“If you or your fans are offended by my comments, I unconditionally retract my comments,” Konda Surekha wrote on X. She also clarified that her remarks were not meant to hurt Samantha’s sentiments.
Public Uproar and Legal Action
The remarks not only stirred emotions among fans but also led to legal implications. K.T. Rama Rao, the BRS working president, sent a legal notice to Konda Surekha, demanding a retraction and apology or threatening legal action. He was not the only one who reacted. Samantha’s ex-husband Naga Chaitanya, his father Nagarjuna, and stepmother Amala Akkineni also condemned the minister’s comments.
Naga Chaitanya was firm in his response, calling the minister’s statements “false and unacceptable.” He stressed that it was inappropriate to exploit personal life events for political or media gain. Amala Akkineni, in her fiery reaction on social media, accused the minister of stooping to shameful levels, referring to her as a “demon” for using malicious rumors in political battles.
Amala Akkineni’s Outrage
Amala Akkineni did not hold back in expressing her anger. She posted on X, “Shocked to hear a woman minister turn into a demon, conjuring evil fictitious allegations, preying on decent citizens as fuel for a political war. Madam Minister, do you rely and believe people with no decency to feed you utterly scandalous stories about my husband without an iota of shame or truth? This is really shameful.”
She went further to urge Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to step in and ensure that the minister withdraws her statement with an apology. Amala pointed out that public figures like her family members deserve to have their privacy respected, especially when they choose to stay out of political matters.
Nagarjuna’s Condemnation
Veteran actor Nagarjuna, father of Naga Chaitanya, also voiced his frustration over the matter. He asked Konda Surekha to stop using the personal lives of celebrities as political ammunition. “As a woman in a responsible position, your comments and accusations against our family are completely irrelevant and false,” he said.
Nagarjuna also made it clear that as actors who stay away from political affairs, it was unfair to drag their names into such controversies. He urged the minister to withdraw her comments immediately and respect their privacy.
Conclusion
The public episode surrounding Konda Surekha’s remarks on the Samantha-Naga Chaitanya divorce highlights the fine line between politics and personal lives. Samantha’s firm response, coupled with the support from her family, sent a clear message that personal matters should not be exploited for political gain. The minister’s eventual retraction of her comments may have quelled the uproar, but it also served as a reminder of the importance of responsible communication, especially from those in power.
